{"id":2,"date":"2025-11-21T13:16:17","date_gmt":"2025-11-21T13:16:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/?page_id=2"},"modified":"2025-12-12T11:06:15","modified_gmt":"2025-12-12T11:06:15","slug":"wtdc-25-snapshot-report","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"WTDC-25 snapshot report"},"content":{"rendered":"    <section class=\"ituBanner bg smallheight\">\n        <div class=\"bgContainer disableGradient\">\n            <img src=https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/wtdc-25-banner-new-5.jpg alt=\"Background decorative image\" \/>\n            <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n                <div class=\"content\" data-span=\"8\">\n                    <div class=\"main\">\n                        <h2 class=\"h1 white\"><br><strong>WTDC-25<\/strong><br>snapshot report<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"addInfo\"><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\"><strong>Connecting people for meaningful development<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h1>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Member States of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) agreed on a roadmap to bring connectivity to everyone around the world at the World Telecommunication Development Conference (WTDC-25) in Baku, Azerbaijan.\u200b<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>The Baku Action Plan agreed at WTDC-25 sets the agenda for human-centred digital development driven by telecommunications and information and communication technologies with a focus on the needs of developing countries, underserved communities and vulnerable populations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>With an estimated 2.2 billion people worldwide still offline, the four-year plan spanning 2026 to 2029 supports efforts to advance universal, meaningful and affordable digital connectivity for an inclusive and sustainable digital future.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>WTDC-25 ran from 17 to 28 November.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/en\/mediacentre\/Pages\/PR-2025-11-28-WTDC-closing.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read the closing press release&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025 (WTDC-25) visual highlights.\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IwDZbWTDjK8?list=PLpoIPNlF8P2MYFVqeEu-ElziYukfJs7TK\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">BDT Director\u2019s message<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/bdt-director-quote-wtdc-25.jpg\" alt=\"bdt-director-quote-wtdc-25\" class=\"wp-image-188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/bdt-director-quote-wtdc-25.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/bdt-director-quote-wtdc-25-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/bdt-director-quote-wtdc-25-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><em><strong>Cosmas Luckyson&nbsp;Zavazava<\/strong><\/em><br><em>Director of the Telecommunication Development Bureau, ITU<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Global digital development cooperation has entered a new and highly ambitious phase. The 2025 World Telecommunication Development Conference (WTDC-25) has underscored shared global priorities, from affordable connectivity to inclusive and secure digital development.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>This in turn will spark renewed vigour into the work of ITU&#8217;s Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT) under the uniquely positioned Telecommunication Development Sector (ITU-D) to ensure digital transformation happens sustainably and benefits everyone, everywhere.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>ITU\u2019s Member States and development community came together in Baku, Azerbaijan \u2013 where the conference took place between 17 and 28 November \u2013 because billions of people depend on us to turn emerging technologies into new opportunities, and digital breakthroughs into real human progress.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/hub\/2025\/12\/wtdc-25-reflection-connecting-people-for-meaningful-development\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read the blog<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>About the conference<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Held every four years, WTDCs set the strategies and objectives for the development of telecommunication\/ICT, providing future direction and guidance to the ITU Telecommunication Development Sector (ITU-D). <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/en\/ITU-D\/Conferences\/WTDC\/Pages\/default.aspx\">Learn more about WTDCs.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong>High-level plenary segment<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>During the high-level plenary segment on 17-18 November, 58 ministers, regulators and ambassadors delivered policy statements on emerging digital trends and matters of strategic importance to the&nbsp;information and communication technology (ICT)&nbsp;sector. They shared their perspectives on opportunities and challenges shaping global telecommunication and ICT development.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/itu-d\/meetings\/wtdc25\/the-conference\/high-level-segment\/speakers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more<\/a>&nbsp; | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/itupictures\/albums\/72177720330371771\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Photo gallery<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"443\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/wtdc-25-group-photo.jpg\" alt=\"wtdc-25-group-photo\" class=\"wp-image-206\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/wtdc-25-group-photo.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/wtdc-25-group-photo-300x166.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/wtdc-25-group-photo-768x425.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66%\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#e5ecf1\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/sg-doreen-quote-wtdc-25.jpg\" alt=\"sg-doreen-quote-wtdc-25\" class=\"wp-image-225\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/sg-doreen-quote-wtdc-25.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/sg-doreen-quote-wtdc-25-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/sg-doreen-quote-wtdc-25-768x461.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-medium-font-size\"><em>&#8220;WTDC is about creating the conditions that leave no one behind, in a world being reshaped by technology faster than ever. In Baku, delegates sparked new life into global digital development work, something that can only be done by all of us, together.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">\u2014 <em><strong>Doreen Bogdan-Martin<\/strong><\/em><br><em>ITU Secretary-General<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>WTDC-25 by numbers<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">    <section>\n        <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n                                                            <div class=\"ituCard\" data-span=\"3\">\n                        <div class=\"content center\">\n                <div class=\"main\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/11\/Icons-Participations.png\" class=\"icon\" alt=\"icon\" \/>\n                                            <p class=\"title\">~2000<\/p>\n                                                            <p>participants <br><\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    \n                                                            <div class=\"ituCard\" data-span=\"3\">\n                        <div class=\"content center\">\n                <div class=\"main\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/11\/Icons-Countries.png\" class=\"icon\" alt=\"icon\" \/>\n                                            <p class=\"title\">153<\/p>\n                                                            <p>Member States*<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    \n                                                            <div class=\"ituCard\" data-span=\"3\">\n                        <div class=\"content center\">\n                <div class=\"main\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/3085_GSS-24-by-numbers_Icons_Standardization-Cooperation-.png\" class=\"icon\" alt=\"icon\" \/>\n                                            <p class=\"title\">47<\/p>\n                                                            <p>ITU-D Resolutions<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    \n                                                            <div class=\"ituCard\" data-span=\"3\">\n                        <div class=\"content center\">\n                <div class=\"main\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/11\/Icons-Registered-media.png\" class=\"icon\" alt=\"icon\" \/>\n                                            <p class=\"title\">52<\/p>\n                                                            <p>journalists<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    \n                    <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>*  plus the State of Palestine under ITU Resolution 99<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#e5ecf1\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><em>&#8220;Hosting WTDC-25 in Baku \u2014<\/em> <em>the first in the CIS \u2014<\/em> <em>is an honour and a historic vote of confidence from the ITU, forged over three decades of partnership since 1992. It underscores Azerbaijan\u2019s rising leadership in meaningful connectivity and sustainable digital transformation, and our determination to shape the future of global telecommunications and digital inclusion.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">\u2014 <em><strong>Rashad Nabiyev<\/strong><\/em><br><em>Minister of Digital Development and Transport, <br>Azerbaijan<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/minister-quote-wtdc-25.jpg\" alt=\"minister-quote-wtdc-25\" class=\"wp-image-226\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/minister-quote-wtdc-25.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/minister-quote-wtdc-25-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/minister-quote-wtdc-25-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1771d572504a92a06d6543b84f10486d\">WTDC-25 o<strong><strong><strong><strong>utcomes<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>                                <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-27693241209b7b93988bd445e49b8e53\" style=\"color:#8a8c8e\"><strong>Baku Declaration and Action Plan<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/itu-d\/meetings\/wtdc25\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/11\/090-E.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"211\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/baku-action-plan-coverwtdc-25-211x300.jpg\" alt=\"baku-action-plan-cover=wtdc-25\" class=\"wp-image-181\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/baku-action-plan-coverwtdc-25-211x300.jpg 211w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/baku-action-plan-coverwtdc-25-722x1024.jpg 722w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/baku-action-plan-coverwtdc-25-768x1090.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/baku-action-plan-coverwtdc-25.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 211px) 100vw, 211px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/itu-d\/meetings\/wtdc25\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/11\/090-E.pdf\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more about the Baku Action Plan<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/itu-d\/meetings\/wtdc25\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/11\/WTDC-25-Declaration.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"216\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/baku-declaration-wtdc-25-cover-1-216x300.jpg\" alt=\"baku-declaration-wtdc-25-cover\" class=\"wp-image-208\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/baku-declaration-wtdc-25-cover-1-216x300.jpg 216w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/baku-declaration-wtdc-25-cover-1.jpg 476w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 216px) 100vw, 216px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/itu-d\/meetings\/wtdc25\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2025\/11\/WTDC-25-Declaration.pdf\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Read the WTDC Baku Declaration<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-df1d6c9558a7eac26db46f5bf1c8ef14\" style=\"color:#8a8c8e\"><strong>New resolutions<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">    <section>\n        <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n                                                            <div class=\"ituCard\" data-span=\"3\">\n                        <div class=\"content center\">\n                <div class=\"main\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/itu-standardization-2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/12\/3084_WTSA-24-resolutions_Icons_AI.png\" class=\"icon\" alt=\"icon\" \/>\n                                            <p class=\"title\">AI for development<\/p>\n                                                            <p><\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    \n                                                            <div class=\"ituCard\" data-span=\"3\">\n                        <div class=\"content center\">\n                <div class=\"main\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/itu-standardization-2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/12\/3084_WTSA-24-resolutions_Icons_Metaverse.png\" class=\"icon\" alt=\"icon\" \/>\n                                            <p class=\"title\">Strengthening the role of regional offices in accelerating digital transformation and leveraging partnership<\/p>\n                                                            <p><\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    \n                                                            <div class=\"ituCard\" data-span=\"3\">\n                        <div class=\"content center\">\n                <div class=\"main\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/itu-standardization-2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/12\/3084_WTSA-24-resolutions_Icons_Emergency-comms-.png\" class=\"icon\" alt=\"icon\" \/>\n                                            <p class=\"title\">Provision of assistance and support to Sudan to reconstruct the damaged infrastructure and bridging the digital divide<\/p>\n                                                            <p><\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    \n                                                            <div class=\"ituCard\" data-span=\"3\">\n                        <div class=\"content center\">\n                <div class=\"main\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/itu-standardization-2024\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/12\/3074_Year-in-review_sustainability2.png\" class=\"icon\" alt=\"icon\" \/>\n                                            <p class=\"title\">Implementation of the Pacific Lagatoi Declaration<\/p>\n                                                            <p><\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    \n                    <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#e5ecf1\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:80%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><em>&#8220;Azerbaijan was honoured to host and chair WTDC-25, and we were proud that Baku became a place where Member States and partners agreed on practical outcomes to guide ITU\u2019s development work for the next four years.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">\u2014 <em><strong>Samaddin Asadov<\/strong><\/em><br><em>Chair, WTDC-25<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group center-region-image\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/chair-wtdc-25.jpg\" alt=\"chair-wtdc-25\" class=\"wp-image-153\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/chair-wtdc-25.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/chair-wtdc-25-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/chair-wtdc-25-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-24001a046aff17f8f85b2cfe7bf107ad\" style=\"color:#8a8c8e\"><strong>Regional Initiatives 2026-2029<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>                                <section>\n    <div class=\"text-section\">\n        <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n                                        <div class=\"text-section-left\" data-span=\"8\">\n                        <p>\n        WTDC-25 approved a new set of Regional Initiatives for the period 2026-2029. The Regional Initiatives outlined in the Baku Action Plan address specific needs for each major region of the world to advance and accelerate digital transformation.    <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"text-section-right data-span-override\" data-span=\"4\">\n            <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><strong>Africa<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group center-region-image\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded  \"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/globe_africa-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"globe_africa\" class=\"wp-image-166\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>AFR1:<\/strong>&nbsp;Resilient digital infrastructure and universal, meaningful and affordable&nbsp;connectivity for sustainable development&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>AFR2:<\/strong>&nbsp;Developing an inclusive, trustworthy artificial intelligence ecosystem in&nbsp;Africa for socio-economic development<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>AFR3:<\/strong>&nbsp;Building trust, safety and security in the use of telecommunications\/&nbsp;<br>information and communication technologies&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>AFR4:&nbsp;<\/strong>Development of digital applications, micro, small and medium enterprises and digital innovation ecosystems<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>AFR5:<\/strong>&nbsp;Sustainable funding mechanisms for Africa\u2019s digital transformation&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><strong>Americas<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group center-region-image\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/globe_americas-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"globe_americas\" class=\"wp-image-167\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>AMS1:&nbsp;<\/strong>Facilitating resilient infrastructure to enable deployment of universal&nbsp;and meaningful connectivity<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>AMS2:<\/strong>&nbsp;Digital inclusion, digital skills\/competencies&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>AMS3:&nbsp;<\/strong>Support for innovative digital ecosystems and the adoption and use of&nbsp;emerging technologies<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>AMS4:<\/strong>&nbsp;Promoting cyber resilience and capacity building in cybersecurity and&nbsp;cyber resilience&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>AMS5:&nbsp;<\/strong>Governance and enabling regulatory frameworks for sustainable digital&nbsp;transformation&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><strong>Arab States<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group center-region-image\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/globe_arab_states-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"globe_arab_states\" class=\"wp-image-168\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>ARB1:&nbsp;<\/strong>Universal meaningful connectivity for inclusive growth&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>ARB2:&nbsp;<\/strong>Advancing sustainable digital transformation for resilient and inclusive&nbsp;digital economy&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>ARB3:&nbsp;<\/strong>Enhancing emergency telecommunication preparedness and response in&nbsp;the Arab States region&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>ARB4:<\/strong>&nbsp;Innovation ecosystems to support the adoption and growth of emerging&nbsp;technologies, including artificial intelligence&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>ARB5:<\/strong>&nbsp;Cybersecurity resilience for a digital Arab future<\/li>\n<\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><strong>Asia-Pacific<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group center-region-image\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/globe_asp-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"globe_asia pacific\" class=\"wp-image-169\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>ASP1:&nbsp;<\/strong>Addressing special needs of least developed countries, small island developing states, including Pacific island countries, and landlocked developing countries<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>ASP2:&nbsp;<\/strong>Harnessing telecommunications\/ICTs to support inclusive and&nbsp;sustainable digital&nbsp;transformation&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>ASP3:<\/strong>&nbsp;Fostering development of infrastructure to enhance digital connectivity&nbsp;and connecting the&nbsp;unconnected&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>ASP4:&nbsp;<\/strong>Enabling an innovative and sustainable telecommunication\/information&nbsp;and communication technology sector&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>ASP5:<\/strong>&nbsp;Supporting a safe, secure and resilient telecommunication\/information&nbsp;and communication technology environment&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><strong>Commonwealth of Independent States<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group center-region-image\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/globe_cis-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"globe_cis\" class=\"wp-image-170\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>CIS1:<\/strong>&nbsp;Introduction of new and emerging telecommunication\/information and&nbsp;communication technology systems and networks&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>CIS2:<\/strong>&nbsp;Telecommunication\/information and communication technology education and skills, including for persons with disabilities and persons&nbsp;<br>with specific needs&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>CIS3:&nbsp;<\/strong>Security in the use of telecommunications\/information and&nbsp;communication technologies, including countering fraud&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>\u0421IS4:&nbsp;<\/strong>Enabling environment and telecommunication\/information and&nbsp;communication technology regulation<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>CIS5:<\/strong>&nbsp;Development and implementation of artificial intelligence technologies<\/li>\n<\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><strong>Europe <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group center-region-image\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/globe_europe-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"globe_europe\" class=\"wp-image-171\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li> <strong>EUR1:&nbsp;<\/strong>Digital infrastructure development&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>EUR2:<\/strong>&nbsp;Digital transformation for resilience&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>EUR3:<\/strong>&nbsp;Digital inclusion and skills development<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>EUR4:<\/strong>&nbsp;Trust and confidence in the use of telecommunications\/information and&nbsp;communication technologies<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>EUR5:<\/strong>&nbsp;Digital innovation ecosystems<\/li>\n<\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/en\/ITU-D\/Pages\/regional-initiatives-2026-2029.aspx\">Learn more about ITU Regional Initiatives 2026-2029<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-3c02a71bed408b4aab3a0e728648e52d\" style=\"color:#8a8c8e\"><strong>Telecommunication Development Advisory Group<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"455\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/TDAG-wtdc-25.jpg\" alt=\"TDAG-wtdc-25\" class=\"wp-image-223\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/TDAG-wtdc-25.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/TDAG-wtdc-25-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/TDAG-wtdc-25-768x437.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>The new Bureau for ITU\u2019s Telecommunication Development Advisory Group (TDAG) will be led by Regina Fleur Assoumou Bessou.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/en\/ITU-D\/Conferences\/TDAG\/Pages\/default.aspx\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more about TDAG<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-286f2367a1243134a75388ebbfc025ac\" style=\"color:#8a8c8e\"><strong> <strong>ITU-D Study Groups<\/strong><\/strong>: <strong>New leadership and <strong>questions<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Study Group 1:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Universal meaningful connectivity for bridging the digital divide<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><em>Chair: <strong>Roberto  Hirayama<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>Question 1\/1:<\/strong><br>Enabling policies and strategies for universal connectivity with a focus on underserved, remote and rural areas<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>Question 2\/1:<\/strong><br>Enabling policies and regulations for adopting digital telecommunication\/ICT services and technologies for distribution and broadcasting&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>Question 3\/1:<\/strong> <br>The use of telecommunications\/ICTs for disaster risk reduction and management<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>Question 4\/1:<\/strong> <br>Economic aspects of national telecommunications\/ICTs<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>Question 5\/1:<\/strong> <br>Consumer protection and empowerment, and meaningful accessibility for all, especially for persons with disabilities and persons with specific needs&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/study-group-1-wtdc25.jpg\" alt=\"study-group-1-wtdc25\" class=\"wp-image-141\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/study-group-1-wtdc25.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/study-group-1-wtdc25-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/study-group-1-wtdc25-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"799\" height=\"498\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/study-group-2-wtdc25.jpg\" alt=\"study-group-2-wtdc25\" class=\"wp-image-140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/study-group-2-wtdc25.jpg 799w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/study-group-2-wtdc25-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/study-group-2-wtdc25-768x479.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Study Group 2:<\/p>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Digital transformation<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><em>Chair: <strong>Fadel Digham<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>Question 1\/2:<\/strong><br>Enabling telecommunications\/ICTs for digital transformation and smart sustainable cities and communities<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>Question 2\/2:<\/strong><br>ICTs for the environment, and assessment of human exposure to electromagnetic fields<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>Question 3\/2:<\/strong> <br>Securing information and communication networks: Best practices for developing a culture of cybersecurity<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>Question 4\/2:<\/strong><br>Availability and affordability of user devices, and telecommunication\/ICT equipment issues, including conformance and interoperability<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<li><strong>Question 5\/2:<\/strong><br>Adoption and utilization of new and emerging telecommunication\/ICT services and technologies, and development of digital skills<\/li>\n<\/div><\/ul>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/itu-d\/sites\/studygroups\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about ITU-D Study Groups <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/net4\/ITU-D\/CDS\/sg\/chairmen.asp?lg=1&amp;sp=2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Study Groups 1 and 2 management (2026-2029)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-dd94a908cc9b4cbfcb20301535f3b79b\" style=\"color:#8a8c8e\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Agreements signed <\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"462\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/agreement-signed-small-villages.jpg\" alt=\"agreement-signed-smart -villages\" class=\"wp-image-196 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/agreement-signed-small-villages.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/agreement-signed-small-villages-300x173.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/agreement-signed-small-villages-768x444.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><strong>Enhancing the sustainability of Smart Villages and Smart Islands in Asia-Pacific: <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Building on the success of the Smart Islands Smart Villages initiative, this new project with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts (DITRDCSA) of Australia will benefit seven countries and 3,000 people in the Asia and the Pacific region over the next two years.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:auto 30%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>SatCom Capacity Building: <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Collaboration with Intersputnik will promote capacity building and digital skills for 300 professionals in the field of satellite communications and broadcasting technologies in the CIS region.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"474\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/agreement-signed-satcom.jpg\" alt=\"agreement-signed-satcom\" class=\"wp-image-198 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/agreement-signed-satcom.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/agreement-signed-satcom-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/agreement-signed-satcom-768x455.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"888\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/wtdc-25-agreement-signed.jpg\" alt=\"wtdc-25-agreement-signed Senegal\" class=\"wp-image-160 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/wtdc-25-agreement-signed.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/wtdc-25-agreement-signed-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/wtdc-25-agreement-signed-1024x568.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/wtdc-25-agreement-signed-768x426.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/wtdc-25-agreement-signed-1536x852.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><strong>Enabling Gender-Inclusive Digital Trade Ecosystems in Senegal: <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>The project with Autorit\u00e9 de R\u00e9gulation des T\u00e9l\u00e9communications et des Postes (ARTP), Senegal, will train 200 young women entrepreneurs in the country to use digital solutions to improve their business. This collaboration will provide a model to be replicated in other Francophone Least Developed Countries.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Exhibit<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>The exhibition area&nbsp;showcased&nbsp;stands from our Premium Plus sponsors \u2014 China Academy of Information and Communications Technology, GSMA, and Welchman Keen \u2014 as well&nbsp;as our&nbsp;premium&nbsp;sponsors: Centre for Development of Telematics, China Branch of BRICS Institute of Future Networks, and Rohde &amp; Schwarz GmbH &amp; Co. KG.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>An ITU booth highlighted the work done by BDT through impact stories and video clips. At the booth, meet-and-greet sessions were held with the individuals who have benefitted from the work of BDT and its members and partners, giving delegates the opportunity to meet them in person and hear their personal stories. Elected officials visited the ITU booth and the stands to learn more about the work of ITU membership and their contributions to driving digital development globally.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>The exhibition area also featured a dedicated photo space where participants captured moments from WTDC, with more than 500 photos taken throughout the conference.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"478\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/exhibit-visit-wtdc-25.jpg\" alt=\"exhibit-visit-wtdc-25\" class=\"wp-image-158\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/exhibit-visit-wtdc-25.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/exhibit-visit-wtdc-25-300x179.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/exhibit-visit-wtdc-25-768x459.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Special session for LDCs, LLDCs, and SIDS<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"758\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/LLDC-Collage-new.jpg\" alt=\"LLDC-Collage-new\" class=\"wp-image-205\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/LLDC-Collage-new.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/LLDC-Collage-new-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/LLDC-Collage-new-1024x539.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/LLDC-Collage-new-768x404.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>During the High-Level Dialogue for Least Developed Countries (LDCs), Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), and Small Island Developing States (SIDS), Ministers from Azerbaijan, Bhutan, Cambodia, Cuba, Fiji, Kyrgyzstan, Lesotho, Rwanda, Samoa, St Kitts and Nevis, Uganda and Zimbabwe shared their commitments&nbsp;on&nbsp;expanding&nbsp;broadband coverage to advance people-centred&nbsp;sustainable development and ensure a secure future for all. For these communities, connectivity is essential for empowerment and socio-economic development.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Network of Women in ITU-D <\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>The Network of Women (NoW) in ITU-D held a breakfast session&nbsp;focused on&nbsp;&#8220;Advancing Gender Empowerment in the Digital Development Agenda.&#8221;\u202f A video shared at the event showed the&nbsp;network\u2019s achievements&nbsp;since 2023 along&nbsp;with&nbsp;other&nbsp;flagship&nbsp;BDT initiatives to bridge&nbsp;the digital gender divide.\u202fActivities&nbsp;like the&nbsp;Empowering Women Leaders Mentorship Programme, Confidence Booster Training, and the Super Women Webinar Series&nbsp;have&nbsp;strengthened connections among women delegates, enhanced&nbsp;their&nbsp;leadership skills, and&nbsp;equipped them to engage effectively&nbsp;at&nbsp;conferences like&nbsp;WTDC-25.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"799\" height=\"314\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/NoW-breakfast-wtdc-25.jpg\" alt=\"NoW-breakfast-wtdc-25\" class=\"wp-image-165\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/NoW-breakfast-wtdc-25.jpg 799w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/NoW-breakfast-wtdc-25-300x118.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/NoW-breakfast-wtdc-25-768x302.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Acceleration&nbsp;Centre&nbsp;opened in Baku&nbsp;<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/innovation-center-wtdc-25.jpg\" alt=\"innovation-center-wtdc-25\" class=\"wp-image-175\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/innovation-center-wtdc-25.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/innovation-center-wtdc-25-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/innovation-center-wtdc-25-768x492.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>A&nbsp;new&nbsp;ITU Regional Acceleration Centre will help nurture talent, strengthen&nbsp;innovation&nbsp;and expand opportunities for digital growth across the&nbsp;Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS)&nbsp;region and beyond, working in constellation&nbsp;with&nbsp;16 other centres in other regions&nbsp;worldwide. ITU opened the centre in Baku&nbsp;with the Government of Azerbaijan and&nbsp;Ministry of Digital Development and Transport&nbsp;during WTDC-25, as part of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Alliance for Digital Development.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Delivering impact on the ground<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:80px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-8c9f9e9917ac2398fb9a25f54328d107\" style=\"color:#8a8c8e\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>BDT4Impact Advocates<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>From empowering small business owners to achieve financial stability, to helping communities access resources and opportunities, the work of&nbsp;ITU\u2019s&nbsp;Telecommunication Development Bureau helps transform people\u2019s lives in powerful ways.&nbsp;<br>Meet&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/itu-d\/sites\/digital-impact-unlocked\/bdt4impact-advocates\/advocates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BDT4Impact Advocates<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"462\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/bdt-impact-videos.jpeg\" alt=\"bdt-impact-videos\" class=\"wp-image-173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/bdt-impact-videos.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/bdt-impact-videos-300x173.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/bdt-impact-videos-768x444.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-c201fa1f62be524d468035a34b38039a\" style=\"color:#8a8c8e\"><strong><strong>30+&nbsp;years of&nbsp;impact<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>The ITU-D Celebratory Dinner&nbsp;hosted&nbsp;by the BDT Director&nbsp;celebrated&nbsp;30 years of achievements&nbsp;by ITU\u2019s&nbsp;Telecommunication Development Sector and the continued commitment to putting people at the heart of digital transformation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Participants heard from\u202fthe ITU Secretary-General, the BDT Director and&nbsp;H.E.&nbsp;Samaddin&nbsp;Asadov, Deputy Minister of Digital Development and Transport of the Republic of Azerbaijan, with&nbsp;speeches focused on the achievements of the ITU Telecommunication Development Sector and on\u202fdriving digital development that is inclusive, innovative, and measurable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Gold sponsors \u2013&nbsp;H.E.&nbsp;Takuo&nbsp;Imagawa, Vice-Minister for International Affairs, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, Japan,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Elizabeth&nbsp;Migwalla, Vice President, Government Affairs, Qualcomm Incorporated \u2013 also gave remarks at the event.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Participants enjoyed musical performances from each ITU-D region. They also heard inspiring testimonies from people whose lives have been transformed thanks to the work of BDT.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6d9dee7fa525a757046f73ecd79920a3\" style=\"color:#d4af37\"><strong>Gold sponsors<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"142\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/GOLD-JAPAN-cropped-300x142.png\" alt=\"GOLD-JAPAN-cropped\" class=\"wp-image-138\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/GOLD-JAPAN-cropped-300x142.png 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/GOLD-JAPAN-cropped.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>&#8220;On the occasion of celebrating over 30 years of achievements since the establishment of ITU-D, Japan commends its unwavering dedication to empowering developing countries through inclusive and actionable digital strategies. We believe that strengthening industry engagement, promoting universal and meaningful connectivity, and expanding outreach to communities worldwide, in partnership with ITU, are essential to realizing the full potential of ICT. These values, shared across sectors, ensure that digital transformation reaches those who need it most. We extend our sincere congratulations to ITU-D and look forward to continuing our close cooperation.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><strong>\u2013&nbsp;<em>Takuo&nbsp;Imagawa, Vice-Minister for International Affairs, Japan<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"142\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/LOGO-GOLD-Qualcomm-cropped-300x142.png\" alt=\"LOGO-GOLD-Qualcomm-cropped\" class=\"wp-image-139\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/LOGO-GOLD-Qualcomm-cropped-300x142.png 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/LOGO-GOLD-Qualcomm-cropped.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>&#8220;Digital transformation is reshaping how communities connect,&nbsp;learn&nbsp;and thrive. At Qualcomm, we see AI as a new interface for human potential. When&nbsp;combined with the power of 5G, AI can accelerate innovation across industries\u2014from agriculture and healthcare to education and smart cities. Purposeful innovation in AI, edge computing and connectivity will unlock a future with ample potential and opportunity for everyone. Accelerating access to 5G in all regions is essential to empower communities globally. Qualcomm\u2019s partnership with ITU-D, encompassing projects through our Wireless Reach\u2122 Initiative, mentorship&nbsp;programs&nbsp;and ecosystem investments, as well as membership on ITU\u2019s Digital Innovation Board,&nbsp;demonstrate&nbsp;our commitment to expanding access, driving&nbsp;equity&nbsp;and shaping a future where no one is left behind.&#8221;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><strong>\u2013&nbsp;<em><strong><em>Elizabeth&nbsp;Migwalla, Vice President, Government Affairs, Qualcomm Incorporated<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-56ba337708d0072c327b519eed01ca9b\" style=\"color:#71706e\"><strong>Silver sponsor<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/LOGO-SILVER-HUAWEI-300x300.png\" alt=\"LOGO-SILVER-HUAWEI\" class=\"wp-image-129\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/LOGO-SILVER-HUAWEI-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/LOGO-SILVER-HUAWEI-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/LOGO-SILVER-HUAWEI.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6cf39401a1f58281d8863582a8ef648a\" style=\"color:#9c7045\"><strong>Bronze sponsors<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/Logos-Bronze.jpg\" alt=\"Logos-Bronze\" class=\"wp-image-161\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/Logos-Bronze.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/Logos-Bronze-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/Logos-Bronze-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/Logos-Bronze-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/Logos-Bronze-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Global Youth Celebration<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>ITU\u2019s&nbsp;Global Youth&nbsp;Celebration on&nbsp;16 November,&nbsp;preceding WTDC-25,&nbsp;paid&nbsp;tribute to the energy and innovation of the next generation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>An&nbsp;intergenerational&nbsp;dialogue&nbsp;sparked impactful conversations to help shape inclusive, forward-looking strategies&nbsp;and&nbsp;advance global digital&nbsp;development.&nbsp;This was followed by an immersive programme&nbsp;where young people gained insights on aviation and space communications. The activities concluded with&nbsp;a&nbsp;live&nbsp;connection to&nbsp;the International&nbsp;Space Station&nbsp;(ISS)&nbsp;enabling our&nbsp;young&nbsp;participants&nbsp;to&nbsp;speak with&nbsp;Astronaut Mike Fincke.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>The&nbsp;celebration was hosted by the Government of&nbsp;Azerbaijan&nbsp;and&nbsp;generously supported by&nbsp;Intersputnik&nbsp;and ZTE.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p>Learn more in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/hub\/2025\/11\/youth-at-the-heart-of-digital-transformation\/\">our blog<\/a> &#8211; and <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/ITUBDTDirector\/status\/1992102461755253148?s=20\">watch the highlights<\/a>!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/ITU-Global-Youth-Celebration-wtdc.jpg\" alt=\"ITU-Global-Youth-Celebration-wtdc\" class=\"wp-image-68\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/ITU-Global-Youth-Celebration-wtdc.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/ITU-Global-Youth-Celebration-wtdc-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"ituContainer grid\">\n        <div data-span=\"12\">\n                            <div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Visit to meet the Prime Minister of Azerbaijan<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/visit-to-prime-minister-wtdc-25-1.jpg\" alt=\"visit-to-prime-minister-wtdc-25-1\" class=\"wp-image-97\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/visit-to-prime-minister-wtdc-25-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/visit-to-prime-minister-wtdc-25-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/12\/visit-to-prime-minister-wtdc-25-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ITU&nbsp;Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin, Deputy Secretary-General Tomas&nbsp;Lamanauskas, and&nbsp;BDT Director&nbsp; Cosmas&nbsp;Luckyson&nbsp;Zavazava&nbsp;met with&nbsp;Ali&nbsp;Asadov, Prime Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan.&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>WTDC-25 at a glance<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=IwDZbWTDjK8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Highlights video<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/itupictures\/albums\/72177720330366947\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Photo gallery<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/itu-d\/meetings\/wtdc25\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WTDC-25 website<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=IwDZbWTDjK8&amp;list=PLpoIPNlF8P2MYFVqeEu-ElziYukfJs7TK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore all WTDC-25 videos<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><em>The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) brings together 194 national governments and over 1,000 companies and organizations to advance global connectivity.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ituContainer\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) brings together 194 national governments and over 1,000 companies and organizations to advance global connectivity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.itu.int\/reports\/wtdc-snapshot-report-2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}